La Velle E. Neal III's big Twins opinions; key takeaways from Wolves schedule

On Friday's Daily Delivery podcast, host Michael Rand analyzes the Timberwolves 2023-24 schedule before columnist La Velle E. Neal III joins to analyze the Twins.

August 18, 2023 at 2:10PM
Matt Wallner (38) of the Minnesota Twins is greeted by Royce Lewis (23) after hitting a grand slam homerun in the sixth inning Tuesday, August 15, 2023, Target Field in Minneapolis, Minn. ] CARLOS GONZALEZ • carlos.gonzalez@startribune.com
Matt Wallner, left, and Royce Lewis, right, figure to play key roles for the Twins down the stretch. (Carlos Gonzalez, Star Tribune/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Introduction: The release of various professional team schedules shouldn't be that big of a deal because we already know pretty much every opponent already. But seeing the order does clarify some points, as evidenced again by Thursday's NBA schedule release. Host Michael Rand has some insights into what the Wolves' 82-game slate signals this year.

7:00: Rand is joined by Star Tribune sports columnist La Velle E. Neal for a look at this year's Twins, who have 40 games left and are in prime position to win the AL Central. They also get deep on how covering baseball has changed and note a significant Joe Mauer anniversary coming up.

30:00: The Vikings are opting for kicking stability, which is a smart move.

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Questions? Comments? Long-winded diatribes about nothing in particular? E-mail me at michael.rand@startribune.com. Follow me on Twitter @RandBall and Star Tribune sports @StribSports

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Again playing without Anthony Edwards, the Wolves missed 15 free throws and committed 16 turnovers against the Rockets.

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